Do More Car Accidents Happen at Intersections?

 Posted on April 28, 2025 in Car Accidents

In March of 2025, a Kendall County crash at the intersection of Walker and Ashley roads killed one person and critically injured two more. Although Kendall County does not have as many intersections as Chicago, we do have several. According to the Federal Highway Administration, approximately half of all U.S. traffic injuries and one-fourth of traffic deaths each year happen at intersections.

If you were injured in a crash at an intersection or anywhere else, you may qualify to pursue compensation through a personal injury claim. Working with an experienced Oswego car accident attorney significantly increases your chances of receiving as much as you deserve.

Why Are Intersections Dangerous?

Intersections have inherent risks because a variety of travelers pass through them heading in different directions. Motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists must all process a great deal of information when approaching these crossroads to determine who has the right of way, who should stop, and when it is safe to continue. Common causes of intersection collisions include:

• Failing to yield the right of way
• Distractions for both drivers and pedestrians
• Speeding
• Running red lights and stop signs
• Impairments caused by drugs, alcohol, or fatigue

The most severe crashes typically happen when one vehicle is turning, although T-bone collisions are also common at intersections. These accidents can lead to severe and fatal injuries.

Are Kendall County Intersections Safe?

Some believe that inadequate signage and traffic control measures also contribute to these crashes. The Illinois Department of Transportation recently performed safety studies for three Yorkville intersections. The purpose of these investigations was to determine whether multi-way stop signs might improve the flow of traffic and decrease accident risks.

State criteria for installing these signs include at least 300 vehicles per hour traveling through the intersection, at least five crashes in a year’s time, high pedestrian volume, and 85 percent or more of the vehicles approaching the intersection traveling at 40 mph or higher. Only one of the three studied intersections met the criteria.

Why Do I Need a Lawyer for a Car Accident Claim?

Car accident claims are usually based on negligence, and you need evidence showing that another party’s negligence was directly responsible for your collision. You also need to prove that your own degree of fault did not exceed 50 percent in Illinois. Gathering and preserving that evidence correctly requires an investigation, which we will handle.

Your crash caused multiple losses, both financial and non-financial. Your damages might include property damage, medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. You cannot count on an insurance company to voluntarily cover all your damages fairly. You need to have an accurate calculation of your damages, and you must know how to overcome the hurdles the insurer is likely to put between you and receiving a favorable settlement amount. Your lawyer knows how to deal with insurer tactics, and we will fight to secure the highest available amount of compensation for you.

Discuss Your Case With Our Knowledgeable Yorkville, IL Car Accident Lawyer

If you are injured in an Illinois car crash, whether at an intersection or somewhere else, the experienced Kendall County, Illinois personal injury attorneys at Kendall County Injury Lawyers, a Division of Kanoski Bresney are ready to assist with your accident claim. Arrange for your free consultation today by contacting us at 888-826-8682 or online.